Does exceeding the average speed limit in a speed measurement zone count as a traffic violation?
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Exceeding the speed limit at the starting point of an interval speed measurement does not constitute a traffic violation. Interval speed measurement involves setting up two adjacent monitoring points on the same road section. The principle is to calculate the average driving speed of the vehicle on that road section based on the time it takes for the vehicle to pass the two monitoring points, and determine whether the vehicle has exceeded the speed limit according to the speed limit standard of that road section. Extension: Article 78 of the "Regulations for the Implementation of the Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China": Highways shall indicate the driving speed of the lanes, with the maximum speed not exceeding 120 kilometers per hour and the minimum speed not less than 60 kilometers per hour. On highways, the maximum speed of small passenger cars shall not exceed 120 kilometers per hour, other motor vehicles shall not exceed 100 kilometers per hour, and motorcycles shall not exceed 80 kilometers per hour.
I've been driving for over a decade and often encounter speed measurement zones on highways. At first, I thought as long as I didn't speed when passing a single camera, it would be fine. But once, I got a ticket because my average speed exceeded the limit, and that's when I realized this also counts as a violation. These zones calculate your average speed over the entire stretch using cameras at the start and end points. Even if you slow down in between, if your average speed exceeds the limit, it's considered speeding. I understand this design is to prevent people from exploiting loopholes to speed and to ensure road safety. Now, I always use navigation to remind me of my average speed and make sure not to drive too fast. Although it sounds strict, it reduces the risk of accidents and fosters good driving habits. So, when you drive, make sure to maintain a steady speed throughout the journey and avoid losing big for small gains.
